EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
6,392 km
3,972 miles
RIY
Riyan
Yemen
Distance
6,392 km
3,972 mi / 3,451 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
114°
east southeast

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EDI RIY
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Mukalla International Airport
IATA Code EDI RIY
ICAO Code EGPH OYRN
City Edinburgh Riyan
Country United Kingdom Yemen
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Aden
Elevation 135 ft 54 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 14.660000, 49.380000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Riyan (RIY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Mukalla International Airport (RIY) in Riyan, Yemen is 6,392 kilometers (3,972 miles / 3,451 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Yemen. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:18 in Edinburgh, it's 18:18 in Riyan. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Riyan (RIY) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 328° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Mukalla International Airport (RIY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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